Flying from London to Incheon International Airport (ICN): What you need to know
When organising a flight from London to Incheon International Airport (ICN), you'll have a good choice of airports to jet out of. Check out London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) for your departure options. Other possibilities include Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London City Airport (LCY).
12 hours 35 minutes is the average duration of a direct London to Incheon International Airport flight.
Seoul is nine hours ahead of London. Incheon International Airport is located in Seoul, which follows the UTC+9 timezone.
The most popular route is from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Incheon International Airport (ICN), with 14 direct weekly services. If you're eager to be on your way, the earliest flight from LHR to ICN is the 6:50pm Korean Air option. If a later flight fits your day better, the last departure is at 8:40pm with Asiana Airlines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport on time to board your flight from London to ICN.
If you're taking off during a bank holiday or other peak period, allow extra time. Arrive two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Check-in and security lines will be longer.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) provides a hassle-free way to reach your destination. Nonstop flights from London to Incheon International Airport (ICN) operate out of this terminal.
When departing from LHR, you can take a direct flight from London to Incheon International Airport with Korean Air.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between LHR and ICN is Korean Air.
The carrier with the most reliable on-time arrival rate on this route is Korean Air.
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from London to ICN with a stopover. To explore all your options departing from London Heathrow Airport (LHR), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Some popular stopovers between LHR and ICN include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Located around 31 kilometres from central London, LHR can be reached in about 55 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Catching an early flight from London to Incheon International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by staying at one of these hotels close to London Heathrow Airport:
68.18% of flights that leave from London Heathrow Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Knock a new city off your list or just take some time to unwind with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from London to Incheon International Airport, browse these options when taking off from London Gatwick Airport:
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport) (LAS)
Using public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in around 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 80 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Flying out early in the morning? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to ICN flight:
London Gatwick Airport has an on-time performance of 69.26%. This figure sheds light on how frequently flights departing from this airport land on time.
Stansted Airport (STN)
Book a plane ticket from London to Incheon International Airport (ICN) out of Stansted Airport (STN) with one or more stops. Some popular stopovers between STN and ICN include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport (HEL)
The journey time to STN from the centre of London is around 1 hour 25 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour to cover the 64 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early London to Incheon International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Stansted Airport and get to your check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of STN is 64.73%. In simpler terms, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive at their destination as planned.
About Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Consider booking a hotel near ICN if you're catching a late flight from London to Incheon International Airport. Pick one of these accommodation options and be in bed in no time flat:
Begin your adventure by picking up an Incheon International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from WECAR, Hi Rent A Car or Alamo and explore beyond Seoul's usual tourist stops.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle around four weeks before your London to Incheon International Airport flight.
Getting from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to central Seoul
Incheon International Airport is around 48 kilometres from central Seoul. How long it takes to get there in a cab or car hire will depend on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
It'll take around 1 hour 45 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
Right now, 319 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Incheon International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is 488 €. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before flying. Research into pricing trends suggests this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from London to ICN.
The best month for picking up cheap London to Incheon International Airport tickets is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare prices, then choose the dates offering the lowest fares.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up on plane tickets from London to ICN.
Filters make it easier to save some cash on your flight from London to Incheon International Airport. Pick the flight times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from London to Incheon International Airport (ICN)
April is the quietest month for flights from London to Incheon International Airport (ICN), while July is the busiest. Find the best time to visit Seoul based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a London to ICN plane ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Seoul to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
January sees temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 4ºC (39ºF). Search for cheap tickets from London to Incheon International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Seoul
Start your Seoul trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London to Incheon International Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
There are loads of things to do in Seoul when you're ready to sightsee. Kick off your exploring at Gyeongbokgung Palace followed by Bukchon Hanok Village and N Seoul Tower.
Explore more of South Korea
You've done Seoul, now it's time to explore other corners of South Korea. Travel around 257 kilometres south-east to Daegu to check off its top sights. From Modern Art Statue to Alive Aquarium Daegu and Jung-gu District, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Around 153 kilometres south-east of Seoul, Daejeon is another favourite stop in South Korea. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Temi Park, National Science Museum and Yuseong Hot Springs.
